It’s Christmastime! And irrepressible, excitable Curious George has just the spirit for it. He can’t wait to help his best friend, The Man with the Yellow Hat, pick out their holiday tree. At the tree farm, however, amid all the excitement of finding the perfect specimen, George gets carried away, as usual—atop his favorite tree! Hiding in the tree’s branches, George finds himself delivered to the local children’s hospital, where his tree trimming antics cheer the children and he gets to meet a jolly man in a bright red suit.
Merry Christmas, Curious George
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PreSchool-Grade 1–Curious George goes Christmas tree shopping with the man in the yellow hat, and climbs into a tree that gets delivered to a children's hospital. Although lost, the little monkey makes the best of the situation by decorating the boughs with such items as gauze, X-rays, and crutches and by changing the name tags on all the presents. All ends well as the young patients are entertained and the man with the yellow hat arrives to collect his companion. The text is stilted, and both the plot and illustrations owe a great deal to Margret and H. A. Rey's Curious George Goes to the Hospital (Houghton, 1966). Still, the illustrations capture the look, if not the flavor and charm, of the originals, and so this book will likely be popular with young Curious George fans.–Eva Mitnick, Los Angeles Public Library
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Children who love Curious George will like this latest adventure, and the story is shorter and more accessible than some of the longer original entries in the series.
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15 of 15 people found the following review helpful
By Marco Deppe
Format:Hardcover
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My son (almost 3) loves this book and we have to read it almost every night before bed, since I got it around Thanksgiving. :)
7 of 7 people found the following review helpful
By C McRae
Format:Hardcover
Excellent book. My 6 & 7 year olds are still Curious George fans and both enjoyed this book. Even though the book is not written by H.A. and Margret Rey, it is certainly consistent with their original series in the innocent mischief of this friendly monkey at a hospital at Christmas time.
7 of 9 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
(Illustrations by Mary O'Keefe Young done in the style of H.A. Rey)
Curious George is pure "Curious" in this Christmas gift to children.
As usual his curiosity gets him into situations that make children laugh. First he and his friend in the yellow hat went to a Christmas tree far to select their special tree. Of course George could not stop being curious, jumping from to tree, finally to the tallest tree.
When men come to cut down this tree, George is hiding in the tallest branches and cannot escape so he is taken along with the tree to a children's ward at a hospital.
George livened up these sick children's lives, making them smile and even laugh as they decorated the tree. Of course, he drove the staff a little crazy with his antics.
Mischievous Curious George was brought to lift more than 60 years ago by Margret and H.A. Rey. Think how many generations of children he has entertained. Are you one of them?
Armchair Interviews says: Curious George has done it again!
Curious George is pure "Curious" in this Christmas gift to children.
As usual his curiosity gets him into situations that make children laugh. First he and his friend in the yellow hat went to a Christmas tree far to select their special tree. Of course George could not stop being curious, jumping from to tree, finally to the tallest tree.
When men come to cut down this tree, George is hiding in the tallest branches and cannot escape so he is taken along with the tree to a children's ward at a hospital.
George livened up these sick children's lives, making them smile and even laugh as they decorated the tree. Of course, he drove the staff a little crazy with his antics.
Mischievous Curious George was brought to lift more than 60 years ago by Margret and H.A. Rey. Think how many generations of children he has entertained. Are you one of them?
Armchair Interviews says: Curious George has done it again!
2 of 2 people found the following review helpful
By Arcturus70
Format:Hardcover
My four year old nephew is a faithful curious George fan. He loves the books and the television programs. As my nephew is a curious little fellow who sometimes gets into trouble for his own investigations, he finds a kindred spirit in the cheeky little monkey who always tumbles into his adventures.
My nephew loves to hear this story (over and over and over), and he loves to discuss all the items in the book's richly, clever illustrations--especially when George first decorates the tree with items he finds in the children's hospital---X-rays, crutches, cups, cards, medical supplies! One of his favorite story moments is when the nurse is picking up the naughty monkey to remove him from the hospital. Ah, but the children and my nephew beg for him to stay!
Reading to children is important. Reading builds personal connection, observation, critical thinking, and language in ways that today's loud, obnoxious video games and automated toys do not. The Curious George books continue teach and reach generations of children. They are a family favorite here, and they are always welcomed.
A bonus of this book is that my nephew is learning some health / hospital vocabulary in a fun, non-threatening way. This book opens the door to talk to children about children who might be sick or hurt or who might have to have extended stays in the hospital. It allows for a discussion about why some people may need X-Rays, crutches, canes, wheelchairs, etc. With adult guidance, a child can learn empathy and compassion for others through this book. Of course, bringing comfort and cheer to those who need it the most also speaks to the spirit of Christmas.
The book is a lovely edition to my nephew's library of favorite tales.... Read more ›
My nephew loves to hear this story (over and over and over), and he loves to discuss all the items in the book's richly, clever illustrations--especially when George first decorates the tree with items he finds in the children's hospital---X-rays, crutches, cups, cards, medical supplies! One of his favorite story moments is when the nurse is picking up the naughty monkey to remove him from the hospital. Ah, but the children and my nephew beg for him to stay!
Reading to children is important. Reading builds personal connection, observation, critical thinking, and language in ways that today's loud, obnoxious video games and automated toys do not. The Curious George books continue teach and reach generations of children. They are a family favorite here, and they are always welcomed.
A bonus of this book is that my nephew is learning some health / hospital vocabulary in a fun, non-threatening way. This book opens the door to talk to children about children who might be sick or hurt or who might have to have extended stays in the hospital. It allows for a discussion about why some people may need X-Rays, crutches, canes, wheelchairs, etc. With adult guidance, a child can learn empathy and compassion for others through this book. Of course, bringing comfort and cheer to those who need it the most also speaks to the spirit of Christmas.
The book is a lovely edition to my nephew's library of favorite tales.... Read more ›
1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover|Amazon Verified Purchase
I got a copy of this book after Christmas at Target. I paid a lot more for it than on this site. I found the same book here and shipped to home for less than what I paid for at the after Christmas sales. I wish I could buy all of my Christmas presents this way.
Format:Kindle Edition
A real good curious George book. My Grandson enjoyed it a lot. We had fun reading it together. I hope you enjoy it too.
By Shannon
Format:Kindle Edition|Amazon Verified Purchase
We love George in our house. My 2 & 3 year old cant seem to get enough of him. They watch the show, read the books, and do anything else George they can. Reading this is going to be something we do every year at Christmas time.
By Em Ay
Format:Hardcover|Amazon Verified Purchase
Great book for friend's son who is like a grandson to us. He's fascinated with Curious George & anything "Curious George is a winner-kind-of-gift for him!
Most Recent Customer Reviews
5.0 out of 5 stars
Merry Christmas Curious George
I loved this book because it is interesting and funny. It can always make you laugh. It is so great!
Anna, 7 years old
Anna, 7 years old
Published 5 months ago by Alexander Koganov
5.0 out of 5 stars
Merry Christmas, Curious George
My grandchildren loved this book, read it over and over. That George! Both my granddaughter and grandson have always liked the Curious George Books. Keep them coming.
Published 5 months ago by Georgia S Thompson
5.0 out of 5 stars
Very good buy
This is very bright book with wonderful pictures on nice thick paper.
At the same time, on my opinion, tale might be more interesting for this celebrate. Read more
At the same time, on my opinion, tale might be more interesting for this celebrate. Read more
Published 5 months ago by Viacheslav
5.0 out of 5 stars
Love Curious George
My 28 month old grandson loves Curious George. This book did not disappoint. It is a great story with good pictures.
Published 5 months ago by Gigi
5.0 out of 5 stars
Good book!
My children read this book together and enjoyed it. Love Curious George! Kids said they would read it again anytime.
Published 6 months ago by lauthmom
5.0 out of 5 stars
Merry Christmas, Curious George
My 4 year old loves the book. Curious George is his favorite. Sure we will read it a lot more time's before we check it back in.
Published 6 months ago by Anne Fincher
4.0 out of 5 stars
Mischievous George Brings Christmas Cheer
"Merry Christmas Curious George" is a delightful Christmas picture book for young children. The 10 1/4 inch by 10 1/4 inch 24 page book is delightfully illustrated on every page. Read more
Published 13 months ago by White Fang
4.0 out of 5 stars
A nice Christmas story
This book was a nice addition to our Christmas Book Advent Calendar. This is the first year I did the Book Calendar so I had to buy at least half of the books to round out the... Read more
Published 17 months ago by Ohio Jennifer
5.0 out of 5 stars
Great Christmas Book Choice, Consistent With Original Books
This is an adorable Christmas book for fans of Curious George. Although not written by the original Curious George creators, it is true to their vision in spirit. Read more
Published 18 months ago by L. Erickson
5.0 out of 5 stars
Wonderfull book.
I got this book for my son last Christmas and he loves it. He loves all of his CG books but this one is one of his favorites. Read more
Published 18 months ago by SoCalGuy
